1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
